South Korea has long been a cultural powerhouse, with its cuisine, music, and entertainment captivating audiences around the world. But as the country emerges from pandemic-related restrictions, now is the time to experience all that South Korea has to offer firsthand.
South Korean government started launching in the ’90s, this so-called soft -power worldwide also known as Korean Wave or “Hallyu,” and this phenomenon has been catching on ever since.
From Korean fried chicken and beer (Chimaek) to Ramen Noodles (Ramyeon), Korean BBQ (Bulgogi), and Stir-fried rice cake (Tteokbokki), the country’s cuisine alone is worth the trip.
For K-Drama fans, Seoul is the perfect destination, with its vibrant cityscape offering a mix of modern and traditional Korea. Visitors can even visit popular filming locations from popular dramas like Squid Game, The King: Eternal Monarch, Itaewon Class, and Crash Landing on You (CLOY). You may check the link to your favorite movie location tours here: https://www.elitevoyages.com/product/korea-optional-tour-2-itaewon-class-squid-games-shooting-locations/
For those interested in history and geopolitics, a visit to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) offers an eye-opening experience. Here, visitors can witness South Korean and North Korean guards standing face-to-face in the Truce Village of Panmunjom, a reminder that the two countries are technically still at war after the 1950-1953 Korean War.
But it is not just food and history that make South Korea a must-visit destination. The country’s K-Pop craze has dominated the music scene for years, with groups like BTS, BLACKPINK, and Red Velvet commanding millions of fans worldwide. In fact, BTS and BLACKPINK concerts are the only two musical groups from an Asian country with sold-out arenas around the world, every time they performed. Seoul is a playground for K-Pop fans, and visitors can even catch concerts by their favorite artists.
And if beauty is your passion, South Korea’s K-Beauty industry is a rising star as well, with products competing with Japanese beauty brands. Sulwhasoo, a prominent skincare brand, has a flagship store in Seoul that visitors can tour.
Two other destinations not to be missed besides Seoul are Busan and Jeju Island.
With South Korea designating 2023 and 2024 as Visit Korea Year, now is the time to plan your trip. Travel restrictions have been lifted, and vaccinated and unvaccinated international visitors can travel to South Korea without quarantine or additional restrictions. Airlines like Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Air Premia offer non-stop flights to Seoul from US gateways.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience all that South Korea has to offer. It’s time to book your trip with Elite Voyages 1 (844) 551-9909 or contact your favorite travel advisor.
